8 TIPS FOR SAVING ON INTERNATIONAL AIRFARE

Most of us love to travel. Unfortunately, airfare is usually a major expense. You can
probably think of a few ways you’d rather spend some of the money that you’re
spending on airline tickets.

Try these tips for reducing your international airfare costs:

SEARCH

Begin your search as early as possible. There are many
websites that allow you to search all the airlines with a
single search. Try different dates and compare fares.

TRY AN AUCTION SITE

Auction sites like Priceline.com can save you as
much as 30%. Just be sure you’re aware of all the
rules and restrictions before making a bid.

LOOK AT ALTERNATE AIRPORTS AND CITIES

The cost savings can be considerable just by flying into
a nearby city or even a different airport in the same city

CHECK BOTH ONE-WAY AND ROUND-TRIP TICKETS

Occasionally, two one-way tickets are cheaper than a
round-trip ticket. Sometimes a round-trip ticket is cheaper
than a single one-way ticket. So check both alternatives.

AVOID TRAVELING DURING THE PEAK
SEASON FOR YOUR DESTINATION

For example, tickets to Europe are much cheaper
during the winter.

STICK TO A SINGLE AIRLINE FOR THE ENTIRE TRIP

Using different airlines for different legs of your journey
can add to the cost.

ASK FOR DISCOUNTS

For example, students and seniors can qualify for
reduced rates.

SIGN UP FOR EMAIL ALERTS FROM YOUR
FAVORITE AIRLINE OR DEAL SITE

Take advantage of limited or exclusive subscriber sales.
Some websites, like airfarewatchdog.com, have a staff
dedicated to tracking airfare prices and you can sign up
for low fare alerts specifically from your city to your
desired destination.